It’s bigger, but is it better?

It’s bigger, but is it better?

Posted on 02. Jun, 2009 by ryan.

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DC Shoes founder and Subaru Rally Team USA driver, Ken Block, had a viral hit with the original Gymkhana Practice video earlier this year. Like any good Hollywood blockbuster, this sequel features bigger stunts, more stars and a lot more slo-mo video. Flaming hands, smashing light bulbs and paint balloons all get their 15-second of [...]

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Oregon Trail Rally 2009 Recap

Oregon Trail Rally 2009 Recap

Posted on 21. May, 2009 by Jeff Zurschmeide.

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The Oregon Trail Rally is known as one of the toughest on the Rally America calendar, and as the fourth round of the national championship series, it’s the moment when the race for the title is at its most intense. Early in the season, it’s anyone’s game; Late in the year, the race is likely [...]

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Ken Block Remix Redux

Ken Block Remix Redux

Posted on 13. Apr, 2009 by ryan.

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In the record industry, following up a gold-plated debut with an equally thrilling sophomore effort is a rarity. Kudos, then, to DC Shoes and Ken Block for topping their record-breaking Subaru Gymkhana video with an even better follow-up. Here’s the 411 from DC:
The newly released Bonus Edit adds a playful twist that has been remixed [...]

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2010 Subaru Outback Previewed

2010 Subaru Outback Previewed

Posted on 09. Apr, 2009 by ryan.

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If you thought that the 2010 Subaru Legacy was a shocker (pleasant or otherwise), wait until you feast your eyes on this: the 2010 Subaru Outback. Probably possibly the most extreme Legacy makeover since the BD chassis (1994+) was introduced, the 2010 redesign features a new level of luxury on the inside and significant improvements [...]

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Forester XTI, In the Flesh and on the Track

Forester XTI, In the Flesh and on the Track

Posted on 01. Apr, 2009 by travis.

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For the past two years, it has been Subaru’s habit to release quasi-concept cars at the SEMA show. We say quasi here because these cars are usually exercises in what one “could” build with the Subaru parts bin and say, a Forester XT. So for the past two years a “Forester XTI” has been one [...]

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New 2010 Legacy Revealed

New 2010 Legacy Revealed

Posted on 31. Mar, 2009 by travis.

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Subaru has released images and details of the new 2010 Legacy, set to appear at the New York International Auto Show. The new car is roomier, quieter and more sophisticated than any Legacy before it says Subaru. The Legacy gets an all-new host of engines and transmissions for the 2010 model year making the new [...]

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Gronholm’s New Groove

Gronholm’s New Groove

Posted on 26. Mar, 2009 by ryan.

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With Subaru’s World Rally Team out of the picture, it’s time to find some new heros to cheer in 2009. Lucky for Subaru fans, two time World Champion Marcus Gronholm has jumped into the fray, and this time he’s not driving a Ford or Peugeot as he has done in the past. No, now he’s [...]

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Subiesport 25: Heretics

Subiesport 25: Heretics

Posted on 17. Mar, 2009 by ryan.

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In this issue: WRC Perfection, Dueling Legacys, SEMA Show 2008, Rally Guide 2009, Yuji’s Excellent Adventure, WRC New Zealand, WRC Spain, WRC France, Interviews with Solberg and Atkinson as they depart SWRT, WRC Wales Rally GB, WRC Japan, Rally America, KW Suspension Install, Mach V Project GC and More!

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Big Power for our Legacy GT Project

Big Power for our Legacy GT Project

Posted on 17. Mar, 2009 by travis.

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For any turbocharged car, there are several ways to make more power. The first method is to open up intake and exhaust passages and use larger diameter piping; this reduces restrictions in intake and exhaust flow and allows the engine to operate more efficiently. Another way to increase power is to increase boost pressure which [...]

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All Pastrana, all the time

All Pastrana, all the time

Posted on 17. Mar, 2009 by admin.

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It seems Subaru’s native son, Travis Pastrana, has found his way into just about everything these days. We thought it was really cool when DC decided to create Travis’ own line of rally boots and one pair made in gold just for the reigning Rally America champion. Now, Subaru has decided to award their golden [...]

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